Cavaliere dell’Ordine della Stella d’Italia (the Knight of the Order of the Star of Italy)

This highly prestigious honour was presented to President Kuo by Mr Clemente Contestabile, Consul General of Italy in Hong Kong, during a music celebration of Italy on the Italian National Day, titled “Concerto Italiano 2021” at City Hall. The award included a diploma signed by the President of the Italian Republic and a Knight pin. The Ordine della Stella d’Italia recognises President Kuo’s efforts to develop cooperation between Italy and Hong Kong in the fields of science and culture. The decoration is awarded to foreign citizens for their “extraordinary achievements in promoting friendly relations between Italy and other countries”.